الصيغة الجزيئيةCaCO3CAS471-34-1الكتلة الجزيئية100.09 g/mol g/mol
المرادفاتCalcite, Limestone
Calcium Carbonate is an inorganic compound widely used in the construction, manufacturing, and agricultural industries.
- Construction: Used as a building material in the form of marble, limestone, and cement.
- Agriculture: Applied as a soil conditioner and to supply calcium to crops.
- Manufacturing: Used in the production of paper, paint, rubber, and plastics as a filler and whitening agent.
- Water Treatment: Used in the treatment of water to neutralize acidity and remove impurities.
Appearance
White powder or solid
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
CaCO3
Molecular Weight
100.09 g/mol
Melting Point
1,339 °C
Density
2.71 g/cm³
Solubility
Insoluble in water
Flash Point
Not applicable
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions, but decomposes when heated to produce calcium oxide (lime)
